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Mobile Money agents without Ghana Card linkage to be blocked on February 1 – Telecoms Chamber
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Electronic Money Issuers (EMIs) nationwide have been given until the close of business on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, to coordinate with agents for the linking of their accounts with either the Ghana Card or Tax Identification Number (TIN).
Failure to comply will result in the blocking of their SIM cards, according to a directive issued by the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications on January 30, 2024.
This decision comes after extensive discussions with the leadership of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), as stated in the chamber’s official announcement.
The directive specifically mentions that “All agent accounts without Ghana Cards will be blocked on the 1st of February 2024.”
The Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications emphasized that relevant information regarding this exercise has been communicated directly to affected agents through various channels leading up to the deadline.
In a press release, the chamber issued a final call to action to agents, urging them to regularize their operations by linking their accounts with their Ghana Cards or TIN.
The statement warned that failure to do so by the end of Wednesday, January 31, 2024, would result in the blocking of their accounts.
For agents who find their accounts suspended on February 1, 2024, the Chamber outlined a recourse. They can visit any of the operator outlets with their Ghana Card or TIN to complete the necessary linking process.
Acknowledging the importance of mobile financial services in fostering financial inclusion and economic growth, the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications affirmed its commitment to delivering convenient, secure, and accessible financial services to all Ghanaians.
Source: Myjoyonline.com
The Tema Regional Police Command has arrested a 32-year-old man for allegedly posing as a soldier and extorting money from unsuspecting members of the public at Ashaiman.
The suspect, identified as Bright Atsu Kudiabor, was arrested by the Ashaiman Police on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at about 7:00 a.m.
According to the Police, he was arrested at an area known as “I Shall Return”, where he was allegedly parading himself as a soldier and demanding money from people.
The Police said Kudiabor, who is an ex-convict, was initially arrested by personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service in Ashaiman with assistance from other members of the public.
A search conducted on him after he was handed over to the Police reportedly led to the recovery of a set of military camouflage uniform.
The suspect is currently in Police custody and assisting with investigations.
The Tema Regional Police Command said he would be processed for court after investigations are completed.
The Police urged the public to remain vigilant and report anyone who falsely presents themselves as a soldier or a member of another security agency to deceive or extort money from the public.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, says the Volta Region holds enormous agricultural potential and efforts must be geared towards connecting farmers to the needed resources to unlock that potential.
He said focus must be on linking farmers to resources, technology, financing and markets to increase production, create jobs and build sustainable livelihoods.
Hon. Gunu made the remarks at the national launch of the Ghana Tomato Self-Sufficiency Initiative (GHATSI) held at Anloga in the Volta Region on Tuesday, September 15.
The initiative, under the theme “Produce at Home. Feed the Nation. Export the Surplus,” seeks to boost local tomato production, processing and marketing while reducing Ghana’s heavy reliance on imported tomatoes.
The launch was attended by the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, his Deputy, John Setor Dumelo, Feed Ghana Coordinator, Bright Demordzi, Members of Parliament, traditional leaders, MMDCEs, farmers and other stakeholders.
Mr.Gunu expressed appreciation to the Minister for Food and Agriculture for the support announced for the region, including two excavators, 200 cartons of organic fertiliser, and GH¢200,000 for Ms. Kuatudzo Esther Dela, a tomato farmer and processor from Ziope.
He described the initiative as an important step towards making agriculture a stronger driver of food security, job creation and economic growth in the Volta Region.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
